Carrie Johnson, wife of former Prime Minister Boris Johnson, has announced the birth of their fourth child, a baby girl named Poppy Eliza Josephine Johnson. The couple welcomed their daughter on Wednesday, May 21, at University College London Hospital (UCLH).
The Johnsons are now parents to Wilfred, Romy, Frank, and their newest addition, Poppy, whom Carrie described as the “final gang member.”
“I can’t believe how pretty and tiny you are. We are all totally smitten,” Carrie wrote in a heartfelt Instagram post, sharing pictures of the newborn dressed in a yellow babygrow and cuddled by her siblings.
Family Grows with ‘Final Gang Member’
- Name: Poppy Eliza Josephine Johnson
- Born: May 21, 2025
- Hospital: University College London Hospital
- Siblings: Wilfred (b. 2020), Romy (b. 2021), Frank (b. 2023)
Mrs Johnson, 37, hinted this would be their last child, calling Poppy the “final gang member” in her post. She also revealed that Poppy’s middle name Josephine was chosen in honour of her mother.
Photos included Wilfred and Romy gently holding their new sister, and celebratory snapshots featuring pizza and a Pina Colada cocktail from Lockdown Liquor & Co.
Mother’s Health Journey and Joy
The birth follows a challenging start to the year for Mrs Johnson, who was hospitalised with pneumonia in January. At the time, she shared:
“It just got out of hand and I was struggling to breathe properly.”
Now fully recovered, she expressed deep gratitude for the NHS maternity team and joy at returning home with baby Poppy.
Social Media Buzz
The announcement sparked warm wishes from followers and public figures alike. Fans flooded her post with congratulatory messages, with many calling Poppy’s arrival a “ray of sunshine” after a difficult winter for the family.
